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| Christmas Party in Japan! - From Japan to Korea (Classic Just Japan Podcast) | 21 Dec 2025 | 01:15:43 | |
In Episode 92 of the Just Japan Podcast there's a party! A Christmas Party! Guests Steve Miller of the Asia News Weekly Podcast, Mully of the Mully's Place Podcast and Kathryn and Russ of the Kitty Does Japan YouTube channel join the podcast for the 2nd annual Christmas Party Podcast! Learn about Christmas in Japan and Korea. How do people celebrate the occasion? What do they eat and what do they do? The guests share fun stories about the Holiday Season in Japan and South Korea as well as their favorite Holiday movies and activities. (Originally published on December 22nd, 2015)
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| Classic Christmas Party in Japan | 15 Dec 2025 | 01:27:49 | |
Listen to this amazing CLASSIC Christmas episode from December 2016. I chatted with Brian Waters (MyTwoYen) and Jaysan (NapaJapan) about their multi-cultural family traditions in Japan. We talk about Christmas and New Years celebrations in Japan. It was a fun, fun discussion! You can currently find me over on:
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| Just Japan Podcast - 229: Entrepreneurship in Tokyo and Marathon Madness | 29 Nov 2024 | 01:06:05 | |
In this episode Kevin chats with Tokyo-based entrepreneur, Joseph Tame. Joseph tells the story of how he created the successful media and creative agency, Wild Tame. Joseph also shares his amazing stories of being a pioneering live-streaming pioneer in Japan. He has live-streamed the Tokyo Marathon for 16 years and is well-known for his running art. Enjoy his awesome story!
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| Just Japan Podcast 145: Typhoon Hunting and Extreme Weather | 15 Feb 2017 | 00:48:35 | |
In Episode 145 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with typhoon hunter and extreme weather videographer, James Reynolds. James has spent years traveling around Asia filming extreme weather footage. He gets into the middle of typhoons, films erupting volcanoes and gets up to his neck in snow! James is now based in Tokyo and makes his living sharing extreme weather events with organizations such as CNN, the Weather Channel and National Geographic. Listen to his awesome stories and learn more about a fascinating man and a fascinating job!
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| Just Japan Podcast 144: Cherry Blossom Parties, Teaching and Music | 11 Feb 2017 | 00:26:03 | |
In Episode 144 of the podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks about some of the exciting changes coming to justjapanstuff.com. It is now being transformed into a great Japan-related content portal with regular posts by several writers about food, culture, work, travel, adventure, language learning, etc. Kevin also answers mail bag questions about music shops in Japan, a possible Just Japan Podcast hanami party (Cherry Blossom viewing party) and breaking into the teaching market in Japan. Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan News 5: U.S. and Japan Defense Treaty, Trump Travel Ban, Setsubun | 05 Feb 2017 | 00:09:10 | |
Just Japan News Podcast covers some of the top news stories come from Japan each week. This week's episode covers stories from January 29th - February 4th, 2017. U.S. "Shoulder to Shoulder" with Japan on Defense
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| Just Japan Podcast 143: Unexpected Problems | 01 Feb 2017 | 01:01:47 | |
In episode 143 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with Scott from the "chillinkansai" YouTube channel. Scott and Kevin talk about some of the very unexpected things that can happen to you if you are an online content creator. Scott talks about a recent copyright battle he had when another podcaster who used his music without permission and Kevin talks about a rather ugly incident he faced on YouTube years ago. Being a content creator is a lot of fun, but occasionally others out there can take the fun out of things! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan News 4: No more TPP, Google Translate and Sumo | 28 Jan 2017 | 00:08:32 | |
Just Japan News Podcast covers some of the top news stories come from Japan each week. This week's episode covers stories from January 22nd-28th 2017. Trump and Abe on trade relations (no more TPP)
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| Just Japan Podcast 142: Battling the Winter | 26 Jan 2017 | 00:57:41 | |
In Episode 142 of the podcast, Kevin chats with Andrew (Higgins in Japan on YouTube) and James (altinsider.com) about life during the winter months in Japan. Is it possible to keep warm in this country? How do you keep warm and what do you eat to make you feel comfortable? From winter hacks, apartment heating to comfort food and some plain ole silly talk, learn a thing or two about battling winter in Japan! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan News 3: Abe and Trump, Crime, Cherry Blossoms and Toilets | 21 Jan 2017 | 00:07:37 | |
Just Japan News Podcast covers some of the top news stories come from Japan each week. This week's episode covers stories from January 15th-21st, 2017. Just Japan News Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 141: Beer Tengoku - Craft Beer in japan | 19 Jan 2017 | 00:57:16 | |
In episode 141 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks to Rob Bright from beertengoku.com. Beer Tengoku is one of the best sources for English and Japanese news, reviews and interviews about Japanese craft beer and the Japanese craft beer industry. Rob talks about the site, the work that goes into putting it together as well as beer and craft beer in Japan.
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| Just Japan News 2 - Nintendo Switch, Tourism, F35s, Climate Change | 13 Jan 2017 | 00:07:40 | |
Just Japan News covers some of the top news stories come from Japan each week. This week's episode covers stories from January 8th-14th, 2017. Just Japan News Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 140: Critical Eats Japan | 11 Jan 2017 | 01:03:44 | |
In Episode 140, host Kevin O'Shea chats with Paul from the Critical Eats YouTube channel. Critical Eats Japan brings you amazing and very regular food review videos from Japan. Snacks, drinks, fast food, traditional meals, weird food and more! Find out more about what goes into food video blogging in Japan. If you want to learn more about cool Japanese snacks, treats and bites to eat, Critical Eats Japan is the place to go! Kevin and Paul also discuss some different and cool travel and vlog-style videos you can find on the channel as well.
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| Just Japan Podcast - 228: All Things Trains in Japan | 19 Oct 2024 | 00:46:40 | |
In this episode we chat with Karune Walker, the host of the "Train-ing Japan" Podcast. This is the ultimate podcast for all fans of trains in Japan. If you are into trains and traveling around Japan via train, you'll want to listen to this conversation and follow the "Train-ing Japan" podcast! Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin
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| Just Japan News 1: Year of the Rooster Begins | 07 Jan 2017 | 00:08:27 | |
Just Japan News Podcast covers some of the top news stories come from Japan each week. This week's episode covers stories from January 1st-7th, 2017. Just Japan News Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 139: Kicking Off 2017 | 06 Jan 2017 | 00:49:02 | |
In Episode 139 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with friend of the show Jim Mullins (aka Mully) about the December (first ever) Japan Podtacular podcast meet up! A lot of great people came to the Harbour Tavern in Kobe, Japan to talk podcasting and have some fun! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 138: Japan 2016 - Year in Review | 30 Dec 2016 | 00:26:31 | |
In Episode 138 of the podcast, host Kevin O'Shea looks at some of the biggest news stories of 2016 in Japan. He also talks about some new plans and ideas for the Just Japan Podcast heading into 2017. Have a happy, healthy and safe New Year everyone and thenk you for listening to the podcast! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast: Holiday Bonus - BBC Interview | 26 Dec 2016 | 00:11:30 | |
In this holiday 2016 bonus episode, host Kevin O'Shea talks about his recent interview on BBC Radio 5 Live. Kevin was interviewed on Christmas Day about some aspects of Christmas in Japan such as people eating Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) for Christmas/Christmas eve dinner. Listen to the interview! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 137: Christmas and bi-cultural families | 20 Dec 2016 | 01:22:08 | |
Merry Christmas! In episode 137 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with returning guests Brian and Jason about celebrating Christmas in Japan. Tonight's panelists have bi-cultural families so Kevin wanted to know about how they celebrate Christmas in Japan with their families. Was Christmas a big event when they were growing up in Canada and America? How did they celebrate the holiday when their children were younger and now? They also talk about Japan in general at Christmas, KFC at Christmas and many other things! Merry Christmas from the Just Japan Podcast everyone! You are all awesome! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 136: Radio DJ in Japan | 14 Dec 2016 | 01:22:11 | |
In Episode 136 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with radio DJ and podcaster Matt Medix. Matt was a successful Internet radio DJ in the United States when a Japanese terrestrial station recruited him and brought him to Japan. He has worked both as a successful radio DJ and as a member of the game development industry here in Japan. Matt has done a lot of exciting things in this country and you're going to love his story! He is also the host of the Rest Radio Show Podcast! Kevin also talks about the Japan Podtacular podcast meet up on December 28th and answers your "Japan Questions" in the mail bag section of the show! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 135: Foreign Journalist in Japan | 06 Dec 2016 | 01:03:00 | |
In Episode 135 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks with CBC journalist Adam Walsh. Adam is a reporter for the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation and is now spending time in Tokyo working with the NHK World. NHK World is the English language branch of Japan's national broadcaster NHK. Adam talks about how he became a journalist in Canada as well as his journey here to Japan. We talk work, cultural differences, food and travel. You'll definitely find this a fascinating discussion!
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| Just Japan Podcast 134: Shootin the Breeze | 02 Dec 2016 | 00:49:42 | |
In Episode 134 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with friend of the show Jim Mullins (Mully's Place Podcast). They catch up on what's happening with Jim and his wife Tomoko. They chat about the Christmas season here in Japan as well as the upcoming Japan Podtacular podcast meet up on December 28th, here in Kobe, Japan. Japan Podtacular meet:
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| Just Japan Podcast 133: Marathon Madness | 22 Nov 2016 | 00:20:24 | |
In Episode 133 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea flies solo. He talks about this past weekend's Kobe Marathon and how he wasn't able to participate due to an injury. After 3 plus years away from running, Kevin hoped to make this year's Kobe Marathon his 11th full marathon. Things weren't in the cards and a few weeks before the big day he had a knee injury that would sideline him. You get to hear the sounds of the marathon as Kevin cheered runners on near the finish line and of course recorded it! Even if you aren't interested in running, you'll enjoy this interesting aspect of life for many in Japan! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 132: runAway Japan | 16 Nov 2016 | 01:09:11 | |
In Episode 132 of the podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks with Dean Newcombe. Dean is the person behind the exciting adventure TV show, "runAway Japan." "How far would you go to discover the soul of Japan?" is the tagline for this unique take on Japan. Dean and his cast mates make their way around Japan using only human power. Watch them run, cycle, kayak, climb and power their way around Japan in a grueling and challenging way. They push themselves and explore the culture and beauty of Japan. Dean talks about his background in Japan as well as charity work he has done in the past. He also explains the evolution of "runAway Japan" as well as it's future. Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast - 227: Ohazassu Podcast | 22 Sep 2024 | 00:54:03 | |
Meet John from the OHAZASSU podcast! John hails from Australia but has been based in Nagoya for some time. Kevin and John chat about life in Japan and his fantastic podcast that brings everyday practical advice about life in Japan.
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| Just Japan Podcast 131: Studying Abroad in Japan | 08 Nov 2016 | 01:01:20 | |
In Episode 131 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea speaks with Christoph, an exchange student at Kobe University from Germany. This is Christoph's 8th time in Japan. He has traveled to Japan, worked in Japan and is now a Graduate student here in Kobe. Christoph talks about his experiences here, how you can study abroad in Japan as well as the ups and downs of life in this country. How should you prepare to come to Japan? What are some of the best parts of the country?
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| Just Japan Podcast 130: Halloween Spooktacular 2016 | 27 Oct 2016 | 01:19:22 | |
In Episode 130 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks HALLOWEEN with guests Andrew, Mully and Marcus. In the 3rd Just Japan Podcast Halloween Spooktacular, Kevin and guests talk about their childhood Halloween memories in their own countries. What was Halloween like in Canada, America, Singapore and the U.K.? What is Halloween like in Japan? The guys also talk about their top Halloween movie and TV show picks! Happy Halloween from the Just Japan Podcast! Kevin also talks about the Just Japan Podcast Fall merchandise campaign which ends November 7th, 2016. Get black and white short-sleeved t-shirts, women's tees, long-sleeved tees, hoodies and coffee mugs! Sizes Small-5XL. https://teespring.com/justjapanpodcastfall2016
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| Just Japan Podcast 129: Homesick | 24 Oct 2016 | 00:33:25 | |
In episode 129 of the podcast, host Kevin O'Shea flies solo and answers listener questions about being homesick when living abroad in Japan. Kevin talks about his first years in Asia (Korea) and how he dealt with homesickness and how he still feels it from time to time now. Kevin gives some advice to those who are new to Japan and those planning to live here in the future. Kevin also talks about the Just Japan Podcast Fall merchandise campaign which ends November 7th, 2016. Get black and white short-sleeved t-shirts, women's tees, long-sleeved tees, hoodies and coffee mugs! Sizes Small-5XL. https://teespring.com/justjapanpodcastfall2016
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| Just Japan Podcast 128: All Over the Place | 17 Oct 2016 | 01:07:09 | |
In Episode 128 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with Jim Mullins of the Mully's Place Podcast. They chat about podcasting in Japan, geocaching, Japan Podtacular 2016, quiting smoking and life with Diabetes in Japan! What's one thing they DON'T talk about....the American election! Enjoy another awesome podcast episode...all about Japan! There's also a NEW Just Japan Podcast merchandise campaign!
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| Just Japan Podcast 127: Typhoons and Candy Winners | 08 Oct 2016 | 00:25:58 | |
In Episode 127 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks about some recent typhoon activity in Japan and what it's like to have to work during serious weather situations. The winners of the Just Japan Podcast/NapaJapan candy contest are announced and Kevin chats about Kobe Marathon 2016 and his training. Some Patreon shout-outs as well! Learn more about Kevin's second podcast, the "All Over the Place Podcast." http://allovertheplacepodcast.com Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 126: Climbing Mountains and the Big City | 29 Sep 2016 | 01:00:34 | |
In Episode 126 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with returning guest Victor Gonzalez about his 4th Sea to Summit climb of Mt. Fuji. Most people who tackle the mountain start more than half way up at the 5th Station, but Victor conquers the mountain every year from sea level. Find out about this year's epic hike, the costs behind it as well as his gear and equipment recommendations. Victor also talks about working in Tokyo and life in Japan's biggest city. Kevin also talks about his new podcast! The "All Over the Place Podcast"
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| Just Japan Podcast 125: Candy Contest and Parenting in Japan | 18 Sep 2016 | 01:13:35 | |
In Episode 125 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with returning guest Jason from napajapan.com. Jason, a Canadian long-term resident of Japan talks about raising bi-lingual children in an international family. He and his family live in Hokkaido. How did his children learn to speak English in a pre-Netflix, Hulu and Amazon TV world? What resources did he use to help expose his kids to English while living in a Japanese environment? Kevin and Jason also talk about an amazing FREE JAPANESE SNACK CONTEST! You can win two prize packs of Japanese treats from napanjapan.com (contest ends Sept. 30th, 2016). --- listen for details!
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| Just Japan Podcast 124: Raising Bilingual Kids (With the ALT Insider) | 10 Sep 2016 | 01:12:33 | |
In Episode 124 of the podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with returning guest James Winovich. James is the man behind the ALT Insider website and podcast. When not working hard to produce a great podcast and content for English teachers in Japan, James is working hard as a parent. A very common point of thought, study and discussion amongst parents in international families is how to raise your children to be bilingual. This is always a challenge and the Just Japan Podcast loves to bring you different perspectives. Listen to James and Kevin chat about raising bilingual kids and about his website and new Japan resume service!
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| Just Japan Podcast 123: Questions About Japan | 05 Sep 2016 | 00:39:08 | |
In Episode 123 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea flies solo answering your questions about Japan. Kevin discusses the challenges of raising children in an international family, things he would miss about Japan he would mis if he left, Japanese food he likes, etc. Kevin also talks about a new (second) podcast on the horizon and the upcoming December 2016 Just Japan Podcast/Mully's Place Podcast live event and meet up in Kobe! Support the podcast on Patreon: Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 122: Disrupting Japan | 29 Aug 2016 | 01:09:59 | |
In Episode 122 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with long-term expat and entrepreneur Tim Romero. An experienced business person in Japan, Tim is also the host of the "Disrupting Japan" podcast. His podcast is all about the startup culture in Japan, creating businesses and interviewing those who are active members of Japan's startup business culture. Tim offers a unique glimpse into creating a business in Japan. At the end of this week's episode there is also a "bonus" audio piece. Listen to a story by Kevin from his "BusanKevin" YouTube channel from 2010! -- Retro Time! Wait til the VERY end... Support the podcast on Patreon: Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Tales from Kevin (A New Podcast) | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:27:50 | |
Tales From Kevin - a new storytelling podcast
Tale 1: I Got a Monkey Golden Shower A life currently lived in Malaysia can mean lots of different wildlife encounters. Kevin introduces the podcast and discusses having an endangered monkey release its bladder from above. Things get grim, but somewhat funny all at the same time. Welcome to the new storytelling podcast.
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| Just Japan Podcast (Summer Bonus Pod): How I Make the Show | 23 Aug 2016 | 00:21:40 | |
In a special bonus summer episode of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks about what goes into making an episode of the podcast. How is it recorded, edited and uploaded to the Internet and how is it produced? What's the process for finding and interviewing guests? There's a lot of work to get each episode up on places like iTunes, Stitcher Radio and Sound Cloud, but it's all done as a labour of love! Support the podcast on Pateon: Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 121: Entertaining Yourself Then and Now | 21 Aug 2016 | 01:10:13 | |
In Episode 121 of the podcast, host Kevin O'Shea welcomes back regular guests Mully and Pee Jay. Mully and Pee Jay are both long-term expat residents of Japan who arrived here in the early 1990's. What did they do for entertainment in the days before the Internet was around? How did they make friends before there was social networking? Were there English TV shows on Japanese stations? How does the entertainment and social landscape look today as compared to when they first landed in Japan? Pee Jay and Mully also give some advice to people thinking of coming to Japan for the first time. Support the podcast on Pateon: Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 120: Retro TV and Japan Stuff! | 13 Aug 2016 | 02:01:04 | |
In Episode 120 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with returning and frequent guest Mully of the Mully's Place Podcast. They take a stroll down memory lane and chat about their favorite TV shows of the 1970's and 80's. They also talk about Japan stuff! Kevin and Jim talk about Japanese food, travel in Japan and Jim's podcast. Support the podcast: Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 119: Japan and the Rio Games | 04 Aug 2016 | 01:23:44 | |
In Episode 119 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks with Brett Larner of the Japan Running News. With the Rio Summer Olympics kicking off this week, Kevin gets the analysis of the Japanese Athletics team (specifically runners) from Brett. Brett is the "go to guy" when it comes to expertise in the running world in Japan in English. Brett talks a little bit about his site, "Japan Running News" as well as the Japanese athletes to watch out for in Rio. We briefly touch on the Russian doping scandal and talk about what to expect this summer in Rio! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 118: PokemonGO in Japan | 30 Jul 2016 | 00:52:30 | |
PokemonGO is in Japan! In Episode 118 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea brings Andrew Higgins back on the podcast to talk about PokemonGo in Japan. When they last talked, the game was in many countries, but not Japan (much to the frustration of both Japanese people and foreigners in Japan). Now it's here! Listen to Andrew and Kevin chat about the game a few days after it dropped! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 117: Hanshin Tigers | 26 Jul 2016 | 01:02:42 | |
In Episode 117 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea speaks with Trevor Raichura, the person behind thehanshintigers.com. His site is the most exhaustive English-language place to learn about the famed Japanese baseball team, follow the most recent news and learn about the players. Trevor even has a podcast about Hanshin Tigers news. Find out what got Trevor interested in Japanese baseball, the Hanshin Tigers and what motivated him to create this amazing website! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 116: Pokemon Go is a NO in Japan! | 20 Jul 2016 | 00:36:48 | |
In Episode 116 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with returning guest Andrew Higgins about the lack of Pokemon Go in Japan! Weeks after being released in the United States and other countries, the wildly popular game Pokemon Go is still (as of July 20th) unavailable in Japan, the birthplace of Pokemon. Andrew and Kevin chat about the game in general, talk about release date rumours and vent their general frustration in not being able to play the game the world is talking about! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 115: Red Dragon Diaries | 15 Jul 2016 | 01:12:10 | |
In Episode 115 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with Tom Gates of the Red Dragon Diaries YouTube channel. Hailing from the United States, Tom 's popular YouTube channel contains videos about daily life in Korea (and now Japan), teaching and Judo. His passion for Judo makes his videos a fascinating take on life in Korea that we don't see with other vloggers. Tom has also written a book for those interested in life in Korea called "Destiny Nation: Korea." Tom talks about his time in Korea, his book as well as finding a place to train in Judo when in Japan. Support the podcast on Patreon: Shownotes/Website: http://justjapanstuff.com | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 114: Writing Manga in Japan | 08 Jul 2016 | 01:22:48 | |
In Episode 114 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with professional comic writer (manga writer) Sean Michael Wilson. Sean is originally from the U.K., but now calls Kumamoto, Japan home. He talks about how he became a comic book writer in the U.K. and how he became a manga writer in Japan. How does the publishing industry work in Japan? How can you get your foot in the door as a foreign writer or artist? If you've ever daydreamed about being a comic writer or artist in Japan, then this is the episode for you! Sean also talks about the earthquake recovery in Kumamoto, Japan. Kevin talks about the end of rainy season in Japan, the successful t-shirt campaign, a new Just japan Podcast newsletter email mailing list and a BONUS story (recorded in 2010) at the end of the podcast! Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 113: Dog Days of Summer | 26 Jun 2016 | 00:53:59 | |
In Episode 113 of the podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with returning guests, Pee Jay, Andrew Higgins and Jim Mullins "Mully" about life in Japan during the summer months. The Japanese summer has a reputation for being extremely humid and hot. Living or traveling here can be a challenge for many during the Dog Days of Summer. The four long-term residents of Japan chat about what it's really like during the Japanese summer and what they and others do in order to "beat the heat." Kevin also talks about the awesome, but limited time Just Japan Podcast t-shirt campaign (only available until July 4th, 2016). Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast - 226: A Life of Creativity and Adventure from Canada to Everywhere to Japan with Dave Olson | 23 Aug 2024 | 01:35:36 | |
In this episode we get to hang out with Okayama-based Dave Olson. This inspiring Canadian shares many amazing stories, insights, and worldly experiences. From his adventures as a youth to mushroom farming in Tottori, to internet startups in Vancouver, he's done so much. Now Dave lives in Okayama with his beautiful family and shares his experiences and thoughts on personal archeology and much more with all of us.
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| Just Japan Podcast 112: Visit Incredible Kobe | 22 Jun 2016 | 01:11:01 | |
In Episode 112 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea chats with City of Kobe Public Relations Specialist Louise Dendy. They talk about how Louise came to Japan as well as her current role promoting the City of Kobe. What makes Kobe so unique and charming? Why should more people visiting Japan take the time to stop over in Kobe? Kevin and Louise also talk about the Kobe PR Ambassadors program. This is a new initiative from the City of Kobe that has English-speaking foreign volunteers promoting the city on social media (Kevin -the host- is a Kobe PR Ambassador). Kevin also talks about the awesome, but limited time Just Japan Podcast t-shirt campaign (only available until July 4th, 2016) and helping nature witht the Birds of Kansai Facebook page! Kobe PR Ambassadors: Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast 111: Raising Bilingual Kids | 13 Jun 2016 | 00:50:17 | |
In Episode 111 of the Just Japan Podcast, host Kevin O'Shea talks about raising children in a bilingual family here in Japan. Through anecdotal tales, Kevin shares how he and his Japanese wife are raising their children to speak both Japanese and English while living in Japan. It is a challenging task indeed and every family tackles it in a different way. Kevin also speaks to his wife and 5-year old son about learning second languages! You also get to hear one of Kevin's "old-timey" stories from YouTube about his first day being a teacher in Asia (South Korea). The audio from a 7-year old YouTube story video is part of this week's episode! Support the podcast by buying a Just Japan Podcast T-Shirt: Just Japan Podcast: | |||
| Just Japan Podcast: T-Shirts | 11 Jun 2016 | 00:04:06 | |
SUPPORT the Just Japan Podcast by picking up some Just Japan Podcast merchandise! The first ever JJP T-Shirt event is here! Shirts are available until July 4th, 2016. Get your Just Japan Podcast T-Shirt (shipped globally) at: https://teespring.com/justjapanpodcast Shownotes: | |||